Thinking about self-employment or starting a small business?
ProtoTry is a free, private tool that helps people think through an idea before committing time or money. It's designed for people who are curious but cautious — and want to understand what trying something would actually involve.
What ProtoTry helps with
- Clarifying what you're actually considering — in plain terms
- Thinking through assumptions you might not have questioned
- Understanding realistic outcomes — best, worst, and most likely
- Seeing what the first small steps might look like
- Making a more informed decision about whether to proceed
ProtoTry does not affect benefits, employment status, or any legal obligations. It is a private thinking tool. Nothing is shared, submitted, or reported anywhere.
ProtoTry is not advice, funding, or training. It does not replace proper business support, legal guidance, or financial advice. It simply helps people think more clearly before seeking those services.
About the AI assistant
ProtoTry uses artificial intelligence to generate personalised questions and guidance based on what you tell it about your idea. The AI acts as a thinking companion — helping you explore possibilities and consider angles you might have missed.
It does not make decisions for you, automate anything, or provide definitive answers. All generated content is for reflection purposes only.
Who this is for
ProtoTry is suitable for anyone considering self-employment, a side project, or a small business idea — including people receiving benefits, those in employment looking to transition, or anyone simply exploring options.
There is no signup required, no data is stored permanently unless you choose to save your work, and you can stop at any point.
If you'd like to try it yourself, you can explore an idea privately — no commitment required.
Explore an idea privately